Combining Abdominoplasty with Liposuction for Dramatic Results

Both pregnancy and weight loss are great reasons to rejoice. They can bring about many positive changes in your life. At the same time, they can have some negative effects on your body. For example, pregnancy or losing a lot of weight may leave you with loose skin, especially along the abdomen. Even if you follow a good diet and exercise routine, you still could be left with loose skin. For both men and women, abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, is a great way to get rid of that excess skin and to make your body look and feel firmer. But if you are dealing with some excess fat in addition to loose skin, you may want to consider combining abdominoplasty with liposuction for even better results.

There’s something that people don’t always understand about a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck is designed to improve the way that your muscles and skin look around the midsection. However, it’s not designed to remove much excess fat. This is why many people will mix and abdominoplasty with liposuction. This allows you to greatly enhance the appearance of your midsection, giving you the contour and definition that you want.

When liposuction and a tummy tuck are done hand-in-hand, you are left with precise, dramatic results. It allows you to achieve significant definition while at the same time getting rid of that loose skin. Patients are able to get a flatter, toned and sleeker shape. This is true even around the waistline, where a lot of people hold onto fat even after they’ve lost some weight.

During your initial consultation, Dr. Shapiro can look at the area that you want treated and discuss with you realistic options for achieving your body contouring goals. Combining abdominoplasty with liposuction may be just what you need to achieve your goals for your body.

It’s important that you are realistic coming into the procedure because although a mixture of a tummy tuck and liposuction can create some amazing results, there are also some limits to what it can do. The more that you understand about what the procedure does, the happier you are going to be with the results once the procedure is done and you have fully recovered.

Meet Dr. Daniel Shapiro

A world-class plastic surgeon in a league of his own.

Dr. Shapiro is an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon with over 27 years of experience in his field. With impressive technical skill and a talent for creating natural-looking results, his practice has become a leading destination for discerning patients throughout the country.

Known for his compassion and honesty, Dr. Shapiro strives to educate his patients so that they are empowered about their care. He carefully explains the procedures, expected results, and techniques in a way that anyone can understand. Additionally, he personally guides his clients every step of the way – from the initial consultation to their post-operative care – to ensure an enjoyable experience and the best possible results.

Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients,

It is with great pleasure that I announce the reopening of my practice for both surgical and non-surgical services on May 1, 2020. As per the governor Ducey's executive order on April 22, 2020, elective surgery has been allowed to proceed, with appropriate precautions taken by health care professionals to ensure continued vigilance against the spread of Covid-19.

Our office staff and the staff of Paradise Valley Cosmetic Surgery Center and Surgical Recovery Center have proactively taken necessary precautions to meet strict criterion for health providers according to the state of Arizona. These include necessary patient screening for Covid-19, strict protocols for cleaning offices and treatment rooms, adequate PPE, and continued social distancing. As before, waiting areas will have minimal capacity, and friends and family members should not accompany one into offices or treatment areas.

With great anticipation we welcome you back to the practice, and wish you all continued health and safety.